Budget-Friendly 2-Day Itinerary in Sikkim

Day 1: Exploring Gangtok and Tsomgo Lake

Gangtok, Sikkim

8:00 AM

Breakfast at a Local Eatery

Start your day with a traditional Sikkimese breakfast at a local eatery in Gangtok.
Walk or take a short taxi ride to the nearest local eatery.
200 INR, 1 hour

10:00 AM

Visit Tsomgo Lake

Head to the stunning Tsomgo Lake, a glacial lake known for its scenic beauty and tranquility.
Take a shared jeep from Gangtok to Tsomgo Lake (Approx. 2 hours).
50 INR for transportation, 3 hours

2:00 PM

Explore Nathula Pass

Continue your journey to Nathula Pass, a high-altitude mountain pass on the Indo-China border known for its breathtaking views.
Take a shared jeep from Tsomgo Lake to Nathula Pass (Approx. 1 hour).
Entry fee: 200 INR, 2 hours

5:00 PM

Return to Gangtok

Head back to Gangtok and relax after a day of exploration.
Take a shared jeep back to Gangtok (Approx. 2 hours).
50 INR for transportation, 2 hours
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Day 2: Pelling Exploration

Pelling, Sikkim

8:00 AM

Travel to Pelling

Start your day early and take a public bus or shared jeep to Pelling, a charming town known for its panoramic views of the Himalayas.
Take a public bus or shared jeep from Gangtok to Pelling (Approx. 4 hours).
200 INR for transportation, 4 hours

12:00 PM

Visit Pemayangtse Monastery

Explore the serene Pemayangtse Monastery, one of the oldest and most important monasteries in Sikkim.
Walk to the monastery from the drop-off point in Pelling.
100 INR for entry fee, 1 hour

2:00 PM

Discover Khecheopalri Lake

Visit the sacred Khecheopalri Lake, surrounded by lush greenery and considered a wish-fulfilling lake by locals.
Take a short walk or hire a local taxi to Khecheopalri Lake.
50 INR for entry fee, 2 hours

5:00 PM

Return to Gangtok

Head back to Gangtok after a day of exploration in Pelling.
Take a public bus or shared jeep from Pelling to Gangtok (Approx. 4 hours).
200 INR for transportation, 4 hours
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